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    Free training tool

    Drag Factor Guide

    Concept2's own drag factor ranges for your sex, age and weight, where I'd start you inside that range, and how to check yours on a PM5. Damper and drag factor aren't the same thing, and this shows you why.

    • Free, always
    • One signup opens every free tool and guide
    • The same thing I use with my own athletes
    • Emailed to you so you can open it on your phone at the erg

    How it works

    1. 1Tell me your sex, age group, weight and how experienced you are.
    2. 2You get Concept2's published range and my starting point inside it.
    3. 3Then follow the steps to check your drag factor on the monitor and set the damper to match.

    Example

    A heavyweight man (over 75 kg) who has been rowing a while

    • Concept2's range: 125–140
    • Where I'd start: 125–133

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